Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide) are among the most effective weight loss medications available in the UK. For the majority of patients, the benefits of significant, sustained weight loss and improved metabolic health far outweigh the side effects. However, side effects are real, and managing them well is essential for staying on treatment long enough to achieve your goals. This guide, written from a GP teams clinical perspective, explains the most common side effects and the...

One of the most underappreciated risks of GLP-1 medication, including Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide), is the potential for muscle loss alongside fat loss. Without the right support, a significant proportion of the weight you lose may come from lean muscle mass rather than body fat, which has serious long-term consequences for your metabolism, strength, and overall health. The good news is that muscle loss during GLP-1 therapy is not inevitable. With the right approach, you...

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